Celebrities

Amber Riley

Occupation: Actor, Singer

Nationality: American

Born: February 15, 1986 (29)

Amber Riley shot to fame on Fox musical comedy-drama Glee, playing Mercedes Jones. Riley, who previously auditioned for American Idol's season season, has been honoured with a Screen Actors Guild trophy and three NAACP Image Award nominations for her portrayal of Mercedes.

She will dance alongside reigning champion Derek Hough on Dancing with the Stars.